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QuickBooks Payroll — Features, Reviews & Pricing
Book a demo or request pricing for Intuit's full-service payroll platform trusted by small businesses across the U.S.
QuickBooks Payroll automates paychecks, tax filings, direct deposit, and benefits — and plugs directly into QuickBooks Online accounting. Tell us about your business and we'll return demo and pricing details matched to your team size and payroll needs.
- Full-service payroll with automated federal and state tax filings
- Same-day or next-day direct deposit for employees and contractors
- Integrated time tracking with QuickBooks Time and Workforce app
- Health benefits, 401(k), and workers' comp available through partners
What you can do with QuickBooks Payroll
Automated Payroll
Run payroll in a few clicks or set it on Auto Payroll — QuickBooks calculates wages, deductions, and taxes for you.
Tax Filing & Payments
Federal and state payroll taxes are calculated, filed, and paid automatically — with tax penalty protection on eligible plans.
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Key takeaways
QuickBooks Payroll combines automated payroll runs, federal and state tax filings, direct deposit, time tracking, and employee benefits into one cloud platform — with deep integration into QuickBooks Online and self-service tools for employees.
Overview
What is QuickBooks Payroll?
QuickBooks Payroll is Intuit's cloud-based payroll service for small and mid-size businesses. It handles paycheck calculations, federal and state tax filings, direct deposit, benefits administration, and time tracking — and shares data seamlessly with QuickBooks Online accounting so your books stay in sync.
Best for
Small businesses that want automated payroll and tax filings, employee self-service, and built-in benefits — especially teams already using QuickBooks Online for accounting.
Screenshot taken from the official QuickBooks website (quickbooks.intuit.com).
QuickBooks Payroll
Pay and manage your team with confidence
QuickBooks Payroll combines automated payroll, tax filings, benefits, and HR support in one platform — so you can run payroll in minutes and stay compliant.
- Auto Payroll for salaried teams
- Automated federal & state tax filings
- Same-day / next-day direct deposit
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Plans & Pricing
Bundle payroll, HR, and bookkeeping
Choose Simple Start, Essentials, or Premium bundles to combine QuickBooks Online with Workforce Payroll — with per-employee pricing and promotional discounts for new users.
- Three Workforce plan tiers
- Per-employee monthly pricing
- Bundle with QuickBooks Online
Screenshot taken from the official QuickBooks website (quickbooks.intuit.com).
Tax Penalty Protection
Trusted experts. Guaranteed coverage at tax time
With Payroll Premium and Elite, QuickBooks pays up to $25,000 if you receive a payroll tax penalty for any reason — and their Tax Resolution team helps resolve issues directly with the IRS.
- Up to $25,000 penalty coverage
- Dedicated Tax Resolution team
- Exclusive to QuickBooks Payroll
Who is QuickBooks Payroll for?
Employee Benefits
Unlock employee benefits for a competitive edge
All QuickBooks Workforce plans come with access to employee benefits — health insurance from Allstate Health Solutions, 401(k) plans through Guideline, and workers' comp — all administered from the same place you run payroll.
Screenshot taken from the official QuickBooks website (quickbooks.intuit.com).
Time Tracking
Time is money — get more of both
QuickBooks Time gives your team on-the-go time tracking, GPS and geofencing, job costing, and seamless sync into payroll — so hours-to-paycheck happens without the double entry.
Screenshot taken from the official QuickBooks website (quickbooks.intuit.com).
Workforce App
Reduce tasks with the team hub
With the QuickBooks Workforce app, employees can view pay details, submit their own tax and personal info, request time off, and track time — cutting back-and-forth for admins and giving everyone a single source of truth.
Screenshot taken from the official QuickBooks website (quickbooks.intuit.com).
Features
QuickBooks Payroll features
Capabilities commonly available on the QuickBooks Payroll platform. Exact availability may vary by plan and add-on.
Pros & cons
QuickBooks Payroll pros and cons
Pros
- Deeply integrated with QuickBooks Online accounting
- Automated tax filings with penalty protection on higher tiers
- Same-day direct deposit available on Premium and Elite
- Built-in benefits: health, 401(k), and workers' comp
- Employee self-service via the QuickBooks Workforce app
Cons
- Per-employee fees can add up for larger teams
- Some advanced HR features are limited to Premium and Elite plans
- Deepest value comes when paired with QuickBooks Online
FAQ
Common questions about QuickBooks Payroll
What is QuickBooks Payroll?
QuickBooks Payroll is Intuit's cloud payroll service for small and mid-size businesses. It automates paychecks, federal and state tax filings, direct deposit, and benefits administration, and integrates directly with QuickBooks Online accounting.
How much does QuickBooks Payroll cost?
QuickBooks Workforce Payroll is offered in tiered plans with a monthly base fee plus a per-employee fee, and is available bundled with QuickBooks Online. Request pricing above and we'll return current plan details matched to your team size.
Does QuickBooks Payroll file payroll taxes for me?
Yes. QuickBooks Payroll calculates, files, and pays your federal and state payroll taxes automatically. Premium and Elite plans also include tax penalty protection of up to $25,000 per year.
Can employees see their pay stubs and W-2s?
Yes. The free QuickBooks Workforce app and portal let employees view pay stubs, W-2s, PTO balances, and tax info, and submit their own pay preferences and personal details.
How does Software Finder fit in?
Software Finder is an independent software marketplace. We help you compare QuickBooks Payroll demos and pricing against other payroll platforms — free, unbiased, and with no sales pressure.
Last step
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Book a personalized demo and we'll walk you through how QuickBooks Payroll fits your payroll, tax, benefits, and time-tracking workflow — free, independent, and no pressure to buy.
- Full-service payroll with automated federal and state tax filings
- Same-day or next-day direct deposit for employees and contractors
- Integrated time tracking with QuickBooks Time and Workforce app
- Health benefits, 401(k), and workers' comp available through partners
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